Gluteal Furuncles: Pathogenesis, Clinical Evaluation, and Treatment Strategies
1. Introduction A gluteal furuncle, colloquially known as a boil on the buttock, is a highly painful, deep-seated bacterial infection of a hair follicle and the surrounding dermal tissue. The gluteal region is structurally distinct, featuring thick epidermis, dense concentrations of hair follicles, and a deep, extensive layer of subcutaneous adipose tissue designed to bear … Read more